Go! Anpanman: The Shining Star's Tear

Anpanman, a bread-headed superhero, uses his bean-jam-filled head to help others, losing strength only when it gets wet.

Burns Ghia

Anpanman's rival, Baikinman seeks to germify the world, using tricks and machines, but shrinks when exposed to soap.

Nakao Ryusei

Dokin-chan, Baikinman's partner, is selfish but secretly kind, and harbors a crush on Shokupanman.

Tsuru Hiromi

Loyal dog friend of Anpanman, saved by him, effective sidekick.

Yamadera Kouichi

Hot-headed but kind, Currypanman fights with curry-powered punches and kicks, using his curry-filled head as a weapon.

Yanagisawa Michiyo

A kind baker, inventor, and Anpanman's creator, Jam Oji-san is a culinary genius with encyclopedic knowledge.

Masuoka Hiroshi

Batako-san, Uncle Jam's dedicated assistant, makes and repairs Anpanman's flying capes, though she's a bit forgetful.

Rei Sakuma

Handsome, level-headed Shokupanman aids Anpanman, serves schoolchildren lunch, and is adored by Dokin-chan.

Shimamoto Sumi